Wednesday, March 31
NAFTA influencing bypass decisions
Recently, the impact of the North American Free Trade Agreement on the export of American jobs has drawn a lot of national media attention.
Concerns over rabbits leap out of control
I recently read the article regarding the question of the rabbits kept in Ponderay as part of a 4H project.
Shifting line could ease congestion
The next time you're in town and heading north to the mall, as you pass through the intersection of Fifth and Larch ask yourself this question: Is it really necessary for these two northbound lanes to merge for a couple of hundred yards?
Peter Joseph Santino, 73
Peter Joseph Santino, 73, passed away Monday, March 29, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Tuesday, March 30
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On the 14th day of July, 2004, at the hour of 10:00 A.M., of said day, (recognized local time), in the Office of First American Title Company, 419 Second Ave., Sandpoint, in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho.
Take your walk "up a notch"
Encouraging people to exercise is easy. Actually doing it is a different story. While I think walking is great and I encourage people to exercise at a comfortable pace, this article is for those who want to take it just a step further.
TRUSTEE'S SALE
On the 8th day of July, 2004, at the hour of 10:00 A.M., of said day, (recognized local time), in the Office of First American Title Company, 419 Second Ave., Sandpoint, in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho.
Bonners, Kellogg - to be continued
OSBURN — To be continued April 17.
Wildcats dominate home opener
KELLOGG — The Kellogg Wildcats dominated the Bonners Ferry Badgers in their Intermountain League opener with a 17-5 victory on Tuesday afternoon.
Monday, March 29
Peter Joseph Santino, 73
Peter Joseph Santino, 73, passed away, Monday, March 29, 2004 in Sandpoint.
HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the following time on Thursday, April 22, 2004, in the Board Room of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following request:
Make lemonade out of bypass proposal
The opponents of the Sand Creek Bypass might do well to use their energy and time deciding how to beautify the raised berm.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bonner County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the following time on Thursday, April 15, 2004, in the Board Room of the Bonner County Courthouse, 215 S. First Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, to consider the following request:
Betty Lou (Barnhill) Nye, 88
Betty Lou (Barnhill) Nye, 88, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2004, at her home in Sandpoint.
SUMMONS FOR
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Marjorie L. McCaslin, 87
Marjorie L. McCaslin, 87, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Taste of Homes cooks up plenty of fun and goodies
Spring's hope has sprung and I can't imagine a better place to live than right here, right now.
Clark Fork serving up tennis
SANDPOINT — With a few highlights and a few faults, the Clark Fork Wampus Cats generally loved every minute of their first tennis season opener at Travers Park.
Intelligence failure stops with Bush
I know that Iraq is better off without Saddam Hussein, but removing him from power was never the reason for a ”preemptive” war.
Bears top Bulldogs in league tennis matchup
MOSCOW — In what turned out to be a tough tennis loss for the Bulldogs, coach Cheryl Klein still believes Sandpoint's potential will have her kids in the hunt for top honors this season.
Pend Oreille Insurance expands services
SANDPOINT — Pend Oreille Insurance Services, Inc. expands into a one-stop-shop, full service agency for the benefit of its clientele. "We now offer a variety of complete services such as all insurance products, auto, home, business, along with announcing our new and improved financial department, Pend Oreille Financial Services. The financial department offers many different financial needs such as IRA's, mutual funds, retirement planning, estate planning, long term care, income replacement and annuities. Along with all your financial needs, the financial services department also specializes in life and health insurance.
Responsible behavior with result in respect
The signs of spring are everywhere. Robins in the yard, flowers popping out of the ground, lawns getting green and youth on skateboards, scooters, stunt bikes and roller blades with no regard for anyone. Whoa! Where did that last one come from?
Friday, March 26
Sandpoint hockey teams getting ready for playoffs
SPOKANE VALLEY — The Sandpoint Powerhouse Hockey Club finished their regular season (14-5-2) in a final game last Monday beating Team Planet Ice 11-6.
Thursday, March 25
Peter 'Pete' Nicolai Petersen, 85
Peter "Pete" Nicolai Petersen, 85, passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2004, in Spokane, Wash.
Area teams converge on Post Falls for annual coed relays
POST FALLS — Priest River's Chris Person won the 100 meters, the 200 and the 400 in in the eight-team Christina Finney Co-ed Relays Thursday at Post Falls High School.
Eleanor Anne Miller, 96
Eleanor Anne Miller, 96, passed away Sunday, March 21, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Wednesday, March 24
Keep Democrats out, vote Republican
A letter in the Bee (March 9, 2004) asks us to vote the Republicans out of office. Who do we replace them with, Democrats? I just moved up here from California, a state that the Democrats have literally screwed up with their anti-business, taxes, and socialism. I say keep the Democrats out.
Gay marriage is about equality
As a heterosexual, Christian caucasian mother of two, I support gay marriage. To put it simply, I believe in equality for all people.
Bargains come with added, hidden costs
I really don't know why I'm writing this letter to the editor because I know that it won't do any good. It won't do any good because I want to say something that runs contrary to a concept that America demands — the
Tuesday, March 23
Stella Hawkins-Zordell, 86
Stella Allene Haslett Hawkins-Zordell, 86, passed away in Sandpoint on Saturday, March 20, 2004.
Harry T. Graeber, 86
Harry T. Graeber, 86, passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 10, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Viks sweep Bulldogs in softball home opener
Coeur d'Alene 22-14 Sandpoint 0-1
Suspect sought in abduction attempt
BLANCHARD — Bonner County Sheriff's officials are turning to the public in identifying a suspect who attempted to abduct a 12-year-old girl last week.
Monday, March 22
Charles Campbell Garner
Charles Campbell Garner, 59, passed away March 20, 2004, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Legislature dropped ball on mine
Rep. George Eskridge agreed to introduce a bill this session to allow local residents an opportunity to present their concerns about the proposed Rock Creek mine to Idaho's legislators. This concern has been expressed in resolutions passed by the Bonner County Commissioners, the city of Sandpoint, and several other local municipalities that recognize Lake Pend Oreille as the keystone of our economy.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
CASE NO. CV-2003-0001840
Bulldogs edge Trojans in tennis season opener
SANDPOINT — After winning a couple tightly contested matches, the Sandpoint Bulldogs edged Post Falls 4-3 in the season girls varsity tennis opener at Travers Park Monday.
Bengals sweep Bulldogs
Lewiston 6-6, Sandpoint 1-1 — Mental mistakes proved to be Sandpoint's biggest problem as they racked up a total of 11 errors in two games against the Bengals at Church Field in Lewiston.
IFG works for people of Idaho
I attended a public meeting put on by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game on Feb. 28. This was the worst conducted meeting I have ever seen. They used the same lies and excuses for why they can't improve our fisheries. They (IFG) refuse to listen to the concerned people who could probably help them. We ask questions and receive the same pat answers.
Terrorism is factor in upcoming elections
I disagree with Gabrielle Duebendorfer's letter of March 9. Sept. 11 was not a tragedy, it was an atrocity. It was a vile, unprovoked act of aggression.
Snafu on dates causes headaches.
Romeo and Juliet performed today
Friday, March 19
Spartans capture victory from Rams
PRIEST RIVER — In a windy season opener, the Priest River Spartans slipped by the Riverside Rams, 5-4 in Thursday afternoon action. The Spartans came out strong in the first inning by scoring three, followed by two in the second. The explosive start carried them through to the final inning.
NIC announces All-Star Basketball Game participants
COEUR d'ALENE — Participants for the boys and girls Idaho State High School All-Star Basketball Games were announced Thursday by the North Idaho College Athletics Department.
Pursuant to IDaho Code Section 67-2343, notice is hereby given of an open meeting of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
DATE OF NOTICE:
Local Master Swimmers compete in Spokane
SPOKANE — Eric Ridgway and Annette Orton, representing the Sandpoint West Athletic Club, did well at the Inland Northwest Masters Swim Meet, held Feb. 21.
Thursday, March 18
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE: is hereby given that the Ponderay Planning and Zonning Commission shall conduct separate Public Hearings on Wednesday, the 14th day of April, 2004, at Ponderay City Hall, 288 4th Street, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Said hearings are for the purpose of public input for the following:
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 25, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. the office of Catherine L. Dullea, Attorney at Law, as Successor Trustee, 101 N. Fourth Avenue Suite 204, Sandpoint, ID, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in lawful money of the United States of America, all payable at the time of sale, the following real property situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, described as follows:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BONNER COUNTY will accept sealed bids until 2:00 p.m. on Monday March 29, 2004 for:
THE RENOVATION, REMODEL AND EXPANSION
Bail set for alleged pot growers
SANDPOINT — A Priest River couple was formally charged Thursday with marijuana trafficking, a day after drug agents raided their home and discovered a sophisticated growing operation.
Bette Rodgers-Bruckler
Bette Rodgers-Bruckler, a longtime Sandpoint area resident, passed away on March 15, 2004, at her home in Blaine, Wash.
Harry T. Graeber, 86
Harry T. Graeber, 86, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Wednesday, March 17
Proposed levy is simply too much
On March 23, Lake Pend Oreille School District is asking the voters of the district to vote them a $3 million, two-year levy. This is too high.
Lake City gets the best of Sandpoint
COEUR d'ALENE — Brian Baker drilled a two-run home run in the third inning to lead Lake City over Sandpoint 6-2 on Tuesday in Inland Empire League baseball action.
Ocwen I Easton & Kuehl; 99153181
On Friday, the 25th day of June, 2004. at the hour of 1:00 a.m. of said day, in the lobby of Alliance Title & Escrow Corp. 105 Pine Street, Sandpoint, Bonner County, State of Idaho, HOLGER UHL as successor Trustee, wilt sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property. situated in the County nf Bonner, State of Idaho, to-wit:
Support students, vote yes on levy
As administrative and structure changes begin to take place in the Lake Pend Oreille School District more problems have arrived: Money.
TRUSTEE'S SALE
On the 15th day of June, 2004, at the hour of 10:00 A.M., of said day, (recognized local time), in the Office of First American Title Company, 419 Second Ave., Sandpoint, in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho.
Levy is an insult to district taxpayers
FACTS PT: II: Other Facts — the sequel:
Lady T-Wolves sweep Bulldogs
COEUR d'ALENE — Kelle Jost shined in the second game as the Lake City softball team swept a double-header against Sandpoint in Inland Empire League action.
Tuesday, March 16
NOTICE OF
TRUSTEE'S SALE
TRUSTEE'S SALE
On the 28th day of April, 2004, at the hour of 10:00 A.M., of said day, (recognized local time), in the Office of First American Title Company, 1300 West Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene, in the County of Kootenai, State of Idaho.
PUBLICATION
CASE NO. CV-03-2130
CASE NO. CV 04-00301
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF BONNER MAGISTRATE DIVISION
CR-20-0242, SOUTH HOODOO
A public oral auction will be conducted at the Idaho Department of Lands office, 2550 Highway 2 West, Sandpoint, IDaho 83864, at 9:00 A.M. local time, on Tuesday, March 23, 2004, for an estimated 1,785 MFB of timber, marked or otherwise designated for cutting. In addition there is an unestimated volume of pulplogs and cedar products that may be removed at the option of the purchaser. Prior to bidding shall present a certified check or bank draft payable to Treasurer, State of Idaho, or a bid bond acceptable to the State, in the amount of $25,113.85 which is 10% of the appraised net sale value of $251,138.50. The successful bidder's deposit will be forfeited to the State should the bidder fail to complete the contract. The State will not accept bids from parties who are delinquent on payments on existing state contracts.
Monday, March 15
Keep IFG nets out of the lake
This letter is regarding the IFG town meeting held Feb. 28, 2004. Thanks to Shawn Keough and George Eskridge for arranging this public meeting. They are dedicated to serving the best interests of Idaho and they listen to the citizens.
Friday, March 12
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
Pursuant to IDaho Code Section 67-2343, notice is hereby given of an open meeting of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
Theo M. Snyder, 77
Theo M. Snyder, 77, passed away in Sandpoint on Thursday, March 11, 2004.
Hannah Olivia Seward, 4 months
Hannah Olivia Seward, 4 months, passed away Friday, March 12, 2004, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.
Thursday, March 11
Ivy Florence Griffiths, 93
Ivy Florence Griffiths, 93, passed away in Sandpoint on Tuesday, March 9, 2004.
Tuesday, March 9
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
CASE NO. CV 04-00301
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE
A lien sale will be held on March 17th, 2004 at 2:00 PM. The location of the sale will be 1305 Michigan St., Sandpoint, ID. The item being sold is a:
NOTICE OF
TRUSTEE'S SALE
Walt Curtis
Walt Curtis of Athol passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2004, doing what he loved — snowmobiling.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On July 7, 2004, at the hour of 1:00 o'clock PM of said day, in the lobby of First American Title Company, 419 North Second Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho, CHARLES C. JUST, ESQ., Attorney at Law, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Bonner, State of Idaho, and described as follows to wit:
Monday, March 8
Armand W. Gendreau, 83
Armand W. Gendreau, 83, passed away in Sandpoint on Saturday, March 6, 2004.
James B. Mercill, 70
James B. Mercill, 70, passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2004, in Sandpoint.
NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is being given that Troy's Mini Storage, shall on the 12th day of March 2004 at 10:00 a.m., will sell at public auction the contents listed below to satisfy a storage lien in the sum of $253.00. Bidding starting at $253.00. All items shall be sold, as is, to the highest bidder. Unit # A52
End 'Pax Americana,' vote Republicans out
Federal Reserve Chairman Allen Greenspan came out of the closet this past week explaining how President Bush would pay for the largest deficits in U.S. history by cutting benefits for Social Security retirees. It is kind of Chairman Greenspan to "warn" future Social Security recipients of certain cuts necessitated by occupying to countries at a cost of one billion dollars per week while the Republican administration continues its policy of "corporate welfare" through huge tax cuts to companies who move their headquarters offshore and their manufacturing and technology oversees. Fortunately for Afghanistan, who has no asset other than once again becoming the leading producer of opium in the world, that they will not have to face the McWamartization that is taking place in Iraq as we privatize and democratize their country for them whether they like it or not. What King George Jr. fails to see is that cutting Social Security benefits is a tax, a tax on the elderly segment of our population who are most often the least able to afford it.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
CASE NO. CV-2003-0001840
Encourage healthy, controlled growth
I would like to express my sentiments regarding the latest announcement of another "Big Box" locating in our community.
Mildred Ann West, 87
Mildred Ann West, 87, 1612 16th St. NW, Minot, and formerly of Gallup, N.M., and Sandpoint, died Saturday, March 6, 2004, in her home.
NOTICE OF Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held to adopt a Resolution for Sheriff Civil Fess and Court Assistance Fees, immediately following the Commissioners' Business Meeting which begins at 2:00 PM, on March 23, 2004. The hearing will be held at the Courthouse located at 215 South First, Sandpoint, Idaho. This notice is provided pursuant Idaho Code S 63-1311 S (A). A complete list of proposed fees is available at the Commissioners' Office. File with the clerk objections or support of the proposed fee implementation.
Why does Idaho vote Republican?
A letter in the Daily Bee (March 4, 2004) pointed out, that despite increases in Democratic activity, Idaho would vote Republican. Of course he's right. The reason, he states, is because Bush is a better man than Kerry. That is debatable, but not something for this letter.
Rose Alma Marie White, 93
Rose Alma Marie White, 93, passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2004, in Sandpoint.
Thursday, March 4
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
Pursuant to Section 58-104(g) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that Joel and Leslie Wahlin of 513 Euclid Avenue-Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 has made application for an 8'x50' floating community dock with 2 piling. Located on Pend Oreille Lake adjacent to : Parcel Number 033640010010A, The Cottages Addition; Section 7, Township 57 North, Range 1 West; B.M.; in Bonner County.
Art Ginter, 80
Art Ginter, 80, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed into the arms of the Lord on March 2, 2004.
Wednesday, March 3
NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is given that on 3/6/04, at 9:15 A.M., at 1500 Roger's Dr., Sandpoint, ID, the undersigned or assigns will conduct a public sale by auction to the highest bidder, of the contents of unit # L-6, A Aaron's Mini-Storage. Description: Personal effects. Lessee: Norman Kirk, 105 N. 1st. St. #227, Sandpoint, ID 83864
NOTICE OF
TRUSTEE'S SALE
IFG needs to copy Washington program
Maybe the IFG could use the successful salmon restoration program on the Columbia River as an example to help Lake Pend Oreille's kokanee recover. Bounties paid for the removal of large pike-minnow from that system reduced their population, enabling viable numbers of salmon smolts to make it to the ocean alive.
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR WATER RIGHT
The following claim(s) have been filed based on diversion and beneficial use of water:
Development ruling was likely illegal
The ruling by the county commissioners at the public hearing on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004, on the Blue Heron Estates was improper, if not unlawful.
Idaho is too great for any hatred
Unless you hate our president George W. Bush, two recent articles in the Daily Bee inform supporters of the Democratic party and "those that just hate Bush." Carole King's performance at Arlo's and the Democratic caucus were billed using similar wording. Isn't the left supposed to be against hate? All hate? I guess their desire for power "justifies" certain kinds of hate.
LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 84
NOTICE OF RECISSION FOR
Robert J. Strand, 82
Robert J. Strand, 82, of Coeur d'Alene passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2004, at Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur d'Alene.
Anderson earns a shot at "Next X" national finals
SANDPOINT — Sandpoint resident Drew Anderson added a new twist to his racing career over the weekend by winning the Northwest Regional "Next X" competition at Schweitzer Mountain Resort.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
Ocwen I Easton & Kuehl; 99153181
Case No. CV-2004-279
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Tuesday, March 2
STATE TIMBER SALE
CR-20-0242, SOUTH HOODOO
NOTICE OF LIEN SALE
A lien sale will be held on March 17th, 2004 at 2:00 PM. The location of the sale will be 1305 Michigan St., Sandpoint, ID. The item being sold is a:
NOTICE OF
TRUSTEE'S SALE
RESIDENTIAL
ANTI-DISPLACEMENT AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PLAN
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR ENGINEERING STATEMENTS OF
NOTICE TO
CALL FOR BIDS
SUMMONS FOR
PUBLICATION
JoAnne Lucille Burkwist, 81
JoAnne Lucille Burkwist, 81, passed away in Sandpoint on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2004.
The gift of special people is a wonderful one
It was almost a year ago that a very special letter landed on my desk and this letter inspired me to write an article for the upcoming Wednesday health page. The author of this letter was not only a valued co-worker, but a friend.
US Telemark Nationals
At Schweitzer Mountain Resort
Schweitzer Mountain Snow Express Raises $40,000 for MS
Annual ski race benefits those with multiple sclerosis
Monday, March 1
Jeffrey E. Randolph, 50
Jeffrey E. Randolph passed away on Feb. 25, 2004 in Sandpoint at the age of 50 due to a brain tumor.
Mickinnick Trail will be asset to area
This letter is in support of the proposed Mickinnick Trail. The muti-purpose trail that will be located near the Bonner County Fairgrounds on Greenhorn Mountain is the result of a donation of 160 acres to the Forest Service by Nicky and Mick Pleass. The trail will be 3.5 miles (one way) with scenic overlooks of Sandpoint. Hikers, horseback riders and other non-motorized trail users will experience diverse wildlife and scenery.
Arson suspected in motel fire
A fire at the Monarch Mountain Lodge on Sunday is being investigated as arson, according to Northside Fire officials.
Westside byway route would be best choice
The article on the U.S. Highway 95 corridor project in the Daily Bee (Feb. 28, 2004) was an eye opener. "The goal is to wind up with a four-lane divided highway linking Bonner and Kootenai counties."
Gibson pushes the right buttons, wins car
Push a button, win a car.
County doesn't need arrival of Home Depot
Home Depot! The prospect of this oversize hardware/building supply/garden center opening at our area's perimeter is sobering. "New jobs?" Let's look closely. Today we are served by four capable suppliers inside Sandpoint: Merwin's Hardware, Sandpoint Super Drug Valu-Rite, Trader's Building Supply and Alpine Lumber. Ponderay is home to Sandpoint Building Supply and the Co-op Hardware.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
NO. 03-4-01441-1
NOTICE OF SALE OF
